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The Mirror reports that in the year since stricter punishments were introduced, the number of people charged with drug driving has almost doubled.

National Police Chiefs' Council spokesman Chief Constable Anthony Bangham said: "This change in law has enabled us to prosecute thousands more dangerous drivers who may have previously escaped detection yet still presented a very serious threat to other road users.

"Far too many people still attempt to drive under the influence of drugs. We are better prepared to catch them than ever before and will ensure that they face the full penalty of law."